An article published by eWeek talks about thr fact that even though small and mid-size businesses (SMB) are not as knowledgeable about cloud solutions, they are more than willing to purchase one. With the proper knowledge and education on cloud technology, 20 percent of decision makers stated they were “likely” or “very likely” to implement a [...]
continue reading...Archive for September, 2011
ERP Customer Sues Epicor for Project Inflated to $1 Million
Things do not always go as we expect. Imagine planning out a home improvement project to put a new floor in your kitchen. The estimate for the project is $700 and all seems to be going well, but halfway through the project the contractors tell you it will actually cost $7,000. Now imagine adding a [...]
continue reading...Microsoft Offers Incentives to Switch From Lawson to Microsoft Dynamics AX
Sometimes the most difficult part about switching to a new ERP system is getting the support of the people in your organization who are in charge of the money. For them a little incentive goes a long way. Microsoft recognizes that business reality and has begun to offer incentives to users of competing ERP systems. [...]
continue reading...Want to Try Financial Management Software Before You Buy? With Microsoft Dynamics GP Demo Videos You Can!
Are you considering purchasing a new financial management solution? As you’ve probably discovered, this is a big decision that can quickly become intimidating or overwhelming. After all, you and your coworkers will likely have to use this software for several years to come, so before you sign anything you want to be sure you’re making [...]
continue reading...For ERP Software Purchases, Business Needs Are Top Priorities
When shopping for any technology, whether a refrigerator for your home or a complex $30,000 copy machine for your office, it is far too easy to fall into infatuation with shiny technology. The feeling may be so strong that you feel compelled to pull out your wallet, checkbook, or purchase order form without even thinking [...]
continue reading...Opciones de Personalización de Su ERP: Productos de Tercero
Este es la parte 1 de 3 de una serie de artículos en la que examinamos las opciones básicas que tiene su empresa para personalizar su ERP. En el argot de los proyectos de implementación, nos referimos al “FIT” del producto cuando podemos utilizar las configuraciones disponibles en el mismo para cumplir los requerimientos de [...]
continue reading...Two Great Tools Now Available for Microsoft Dynamics NAV – And They’re Free!
Recently, organisations using Microsoft Dynamics NAV have been able to download, free of charge, two tools which help increase business productivity even further. The tools, a document management add-on and a business reporting solution, are established, powerful business products in their own right that have been specially adapted to integrate with Microsoft Dynamics NAV From [...]
continue reading...Dell to Provide Hosting for Microsoft Dynamics GP
Dell revealed plans to offer hosting services for Microsoft Dynamics GP and a suite of other services starting next year. DellCloudBusinessApplications will offer customers Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) ERP along with several other business applications. According to AccountingToday, the applications will reportedly work together in an integrated fashion thanks to Dell’s acquisition of Boomi integration software. Making [...]
continue reading...Let’s Play Follow the Leader! IT Leaders Adopt Software as a Service (SaaS) Offerings
With the expansion of cloud computing and SaaS applications, IT leaders are increasingly turning to ERP software delivered through hosted platforms. According to this article, “Many of the fears that had kept IT leaders and CIOs at bay when it came to SaaS ERP products are being steadily eliminated.” The article also states that the [...]
continue reading...6 Must-Ask Questions When Interviewing ERP Implementation Firms
There’s more to enterprise resource planning (ERP) projects than selecting the right technology. You’re also tasked with choosing a firm to successfully deploy that solution. And when you consider the substantial cost and inherent risks of ERP, the stakes are high in finding the best partner for the job.
What should you look for in an implementation partner? What questions should you ask? Here are 6 questions to give you deeper insight into whether an implementation firm is a good fit for your project.
